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Toyota Corolla

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,332 cc

V653 GEXMOT history

V653 GEX is a green petrol Toyota Corolla first used on 24 Nov 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 81,721 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

V653 GEX green Toyota Corolla – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Toyota Corolla, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 May 2027
Mileage
81,721 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,251 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V653 GEX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Corolla
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,332 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
24 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 May 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V653 GEX was last recorded at 81,721 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,715 miles · 14 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
2,251 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,721 miles
  • 2025 – 76,063 miles
  • 2024 – 75,582 miles
  • 2023 – 74,120 miles
  • 2022 – 72,243 miles
  • 2021 – 71,019 miles
  • 2020 – 69,438 miles
  • 2019 – 67,465 miles
  • 2018 – 66,398 miles
  • 2017 – 65,501 miles
  • 2016 – 64,370 miles
  • 2015 – 62,265 miles
  • 2014 – 59,826 miles
  • 2013 – 57,440 miles
  • 2012 – 54,630 miles
  • 2011 – 51,322 miles
  • 2010 – 48,043 miles
  • 2009 – 44,809 miles
  • 2008 – 41,942 miles
  • 2007 – 39,086 miles
  • 2006 – 36,141 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,721 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2017
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security and rear both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

27 tests since 18 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,721 miles (+6)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2027
    Odometer
    81,721 miles
    Test number
    249035755374
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail81,715 miles (+5,652)1 dangerous7 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,715 miles
    Test number
    159452259574
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass76,063 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2026
    Odometer
    76,063 miles
    Test number
    989738569707
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail76,063 miles (+481)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,063 miles
    Test number
    800675549949
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced n/s o/s inner sills n/s rear bracket (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass75,582 miles (+1,462)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    75,582 miles
    Test number
    575172401444
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule rear both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s rear both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear both inner outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear parking brake
    • AdvisoryRear Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both back plates (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass74,120 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    74,120 miles
    Test number
    917331599216
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security and rear both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail74,120 miles (+1,877)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,120 miles
    Test number
    562046263905
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill both sides and o/s inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security and rear both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass72,243 miles (+1,224)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    72,243 miles
    Test number
    690225001753
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront + rear

  9. Pass71,019 miles (+1,581)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    71,019 miles
    Test number
    666222242495
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and Rear subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  10. Pass69,438 miles (+1,973)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    69,438 miles
    Test number
    480011716752
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass67,465 miles (+1,067)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    67,465 miles
    Test number
    148642806986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass66,398 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    66,398 miles
    Test number
    735316989184
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded

  13. Fail66,397 miles (+896)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,397 miles
    Test number
    549254300884
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryO/S/R Brake low

  14. Pass65,501 miles (+1,131)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    65,501 miles
    Test number
    957588819460
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded

  15. Pass64,370 miles (+2,105)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    64,370 miles
    Test number
    159158438550
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass62,265 miles (+2,439)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    62,265 miles
    Test number
    116724315428
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  17. Fail59,826 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,826 miles
    Test number
    137580024028
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass59,826 miles (+2,386)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    59,826 miles
    Test number
    709750024002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass57,440 miles (+2,810)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    57,440 miles
    Test number
    727971423004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass54,630 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    54,630 miles
    Test number
    766809612076
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Fail54,629 miles (+3,307)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,629 miles
    Test number
    728678112064
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCenter brake light not working

  22. Pass51,322 miles (+3,279)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    51,322 miles
    Test number
    649460221068
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  23. Pass48,043 miles (+3,234)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    48,043 miles
    Test number
    562760020095
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass44,809 miles (+2,867)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    44,809 miles
    Test number
    400771629035
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  25. Pass41,942 miles (+2,856)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    41,942 miles
    Test number
    442326718034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass39,086 miles (+2,945)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    39,086 miles
    Test number
    173493527450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass36,141 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    36,141 miles
    Test number
    542328916006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V653 GEX

Does V653 GEX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V653 GEX is valid until 15 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on V653 GEX?
The MOT on V653 GEX is valid until 15 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V653 GEX done?
V653 GEX was recorded at 81,721 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 2,251 miles a year.
Has V653 GEX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V653 GEX has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on V653 GEX ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on V653 GEX find?
V653 GEX passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with 7 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; fuel pipe/s corroded; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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